At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. Introduction to role Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of data-driven R&D decision-making? As the Director of Portfolio Analytics and Decision Support Capability at AstraZeneca, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our portfolio analytics and decision support systems. Your mission is to ensure that platforms like the Portfolio Control Tower and Planview Advisor (PIVOT) deliver high-quality, insightful portfolio management. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive improvements and support our business success. Accountabilities Platform Strategy & Product Leadership Drive evolution and enhancement of portfolio analytics and decision support platforms, including Portfolio Control Tower, PIVOT, and future capabilities. Lead portfolio analytics initiatives by collaborating with senior functional leaders and platform owners, implementing elements of the broader strategic roadmap focused on technology, data, and process improvements. Own vendor relationships and partnerships relevant to portfolio analytics systems, including contract management and performance oversight. Process & Systems Optimization Drive platform enhancements, prioritize new capabilities, and anticipate business needs to ensure analytics decision support remains future-ready. Align standard processes and champion integration by supporting the adoption and continuous improvement of portfolio analytics solutions at enterprise scale. Lead process and systems improvement, implementing change management strategies to optimize adoption, efficiency, and compliance. System Ecosystem Enablement Build and maintain the ecosystem supporting the Portfolio Control Tower, including development and delivery of system trainings, resources, and user enablement materials. Develop and implement a proactive communication schedule to support platform awareness, updates, and ongoing engagement among collaborators and users. Provide targeted user support, ensuring business teams can improve system value, resolve adoption challenges, and leverage analytics for key decision-making. Cross-Functional Collaboration Develop and deliver comprehensive training and user enablement programs for portfolio analytics platforms, building out the necessary support infrastructure to empower both technical specialists and business users to enhance system value and adoption. Engage cross-functional domain experts to address system or process challenges and deliver solutions in a sophisticated, matrixed organization. Serve as a key point of contact for collaborator and cross-functional leadership, driving impactful execution and value delivery. Planning, Governance & Reporting Support Oversee business-as-usual (BAU) service for analytics platforms, handling issue triage, prioritizing requests, and supporting key business planning cycles. Support the business calendar (e.g., Therapeutic Area Strategy, Mid term plan, Long term plan) through insightful analytics and timely data provision. Contribute to robust governance practices, maintaining data standards, compliance processes, and system integrity across platforms. Essential Skills/Experience Meaningful experienceith portfolio analytics, data platforms, or systems within a matrixed/global organization. Hands-on experience in database management, reporting, and analytics tools (Planview Advisor or similar preferred). Familiarity with financial/valuation modeling (DCF, NPV, P&L, PTRS) is preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred. 5-demonstrated ability with portfolio analytics, data management, or related process improvement work. Desirable Skills/Experience Experience with the drug development process or a related environment is advantageous. Ability to collaborate optimally across teams and functions and communicate technical concepts to business collaborators. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, you'll find an environment where your skills can genuinely impact patients' lives. Join us during this exciting time of growth through innovation. We are constantly reimagining how we work to drive change across the enterprise. Here, you'll be part of a global community that values collaboration and learning. With opportunities to develop new skills and take on intellectually stimulating challenges, you'll be empowered to make a difference. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join AstraZeneca's dynamic team! Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 11 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. #LI-Hybrid Date Posted 08-Oct-2025 Closing Date 23-Oct-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
